QUALITY TECHNICIAN I

Reliant Systems Inc; Zimmerman (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

401k Retirement Plan with companymatch

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Job summary

Reliant Systems Inc. is seeking a Quality Technician I in Zimmerman, MN, full-time. You will test materials and finished products to ensure compliance with our standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities include inspecting materials, approving products, maintaining test equipment, and supporting engineering with data collection and calibration tasks. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Associate Degree in Quality Technology or related field with 1+ year experience.
• CQT or equivalent certification with 1+ year experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and approve incoming materials against specs.
• Approve finished products and rework as needed.
• Maintain inspection equipment and calibration.
• Record nonconformances and input to a quality database.
• Support Engineering and operations during inspections.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Quality

CQT certification

Tools

MS Office

Excel

GD&T

Job description

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QUALITY TECHNICIAN I

Full Time Zimmerman, MN, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1036

Salary Range: $25.00 To $30.00 Hourly

General Description:

The Quality Technician I position will test materials and finished products to ensure they conform to all applicable laws and Reliant Systems, Inc. standards as well as customer and regulatory requirements. This position tests products across the three stages of production (before, in-process, and final) to ensure quality levels are met on parts, components, and assembly systems. This position will work on a variety of product assemblies. The Quality Technician I will support Engineering and operations for day-to-day inspection tasks and track & maintain inspection equipment.

This is accomplished through the following essential functions:

• Inspect and approve incoming materials by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, and rejecting and returning unacceptable materials.
• Approve finished products by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, returning products for re-work, and confirming re-work.
• Complete nonconformance reports and logs, summarize re-work and waste, and input data into a Quality Database.
• Complete inventory transfers of nonconforming parts.
• Manage and conduct the Material Review Board meetings and document dispositions along with rework or repair instructions.
• Keep measurement equipment operating by following operating instructions & calibration requirements and calling for repairs.
• Assist in calibration efforts.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following standards & procedures and complying with legal regulations.
• Accomplish quality and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
• Assist Engineering in collecting data for statistical analysis and qualification/validation purposes.
• Read, interpret, and communicate customer requirements (prints).
• Backup to on demand build inspections.
• Other duties as assigned by supervising Manager and members of Executive Management.

Job Requirements:

• Successfully complete a criminal background check.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Flexibility to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Skills & Abilities:

Business Acumen:

• Understands business implications of decisions.
• Displays orientation to profitability and works within budgets.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Ability to lead change, with enthusiasm and a positive approach.
• Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming, complaining, or making excuses.
• Listens to others without interrupting.
• Uses effective communication skills, both verbal and written, including ability to communicate effectively to the intended audience.
• Keeps emotions under control.
• Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Active listener who respects other’s ideas, opinions, and contributions.
• Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills.

Problem Solving:

• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Uses reason and logic even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Must have strong attention to detail.

Professionalism:

• Maintains a positive and professional attitude.
• Approaches others in a tactful/respectful manner.
• React well under pressure.
• Follows through on commitments.

Self-Management:

• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and closely follow directions is essential.
• Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
• Displays willingness to make decisions while exhibiting sound judgment and reasoning for decisions.
• Makes timely decisions.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities.
• Uses time effectively and efficiently.
• Plans for additional resources.
• Sets goals and objectives.

Technical Skills:

• Competently utilize tools to inspect finished goods of any kind.
• Ensure quality within the supply chain for consumer safety.
• Analysis of collected data.
• Create and maintain inspection documentation.
• Interpret Engineering drawings utilizing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Maintaining and supporting a Quality Management System.
• Calibration of measurement gauging.
• Creation and requisitioning on measurement fixtures.
• Analysis of statistical data for process control.
• Create metrics of cost of quality.
• Able to identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Demonstrates solid math skills.

Work Experience & Knowledge Requirements:

• Knowledge of regulatory standards and requirements.
• Knowledge and understanding of basic manufacturing practices.
• Experience with ISO requirements is desired.
• MS office including Word and Excel.

Education Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED and 3 or more years of relevant experience, at a minimum, or
• Associate Degree in Quality Technician and 1 or more years of relevant experience, or
• Certification as a Certified Quality Technician (CQT) or equivalent certification and 1 or more years of relevant experience.

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401k Retirement Plan with a company match of up to 4%
• Family or Individual coverage options for Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance.
• Company paid Basic Group Life. Term Life Insurance
• VoluntaryShort-term Disability (STD) & Long-Term Disability (LTD), VoluntaryCritical Illness Insurance, VoluntaryAccident insurance, Voluntary Pet insurance.